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Stormwater Program
Stormwater Pollution
In California, stormwater pollution is a major source of water pollution. To help combat this, Federal and State governments have developed a program for monitoring and permitting discharges to municipal storm drain systems, creeks, and water bodies such as the Pacific Ocean.
Municipalities in the Los Angeles area are required by the Clean Water Act to develop stormwater management programs that include requirements for construction activities. Your construction project will need to comply with local municipal requirements. If your construction activity will disturb five acres or more, you must also obtain coverage under the General Construction Activity Permit.
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Stormwater or runoff from sources like sprinklers and hoses flows over the ground into the storm drain system. In the Los Angeles area, storm drain systems consist of gutters, storm drains, underground pipes, open channels, culverts, and creeks. Storm drain systems are designed to drain directly to the Pacific Ocean with no treatment.
Stormwater runoff is part of a natural hydrologic process. However, land development and construction activities can significantly alter natural drainage patterns and pollute stormwater runoff. Runoff picks up pollutants as it flows over the ground or paved areas and carries these pollutants into the storm drain system. Common sources of pollutants from construction sites include:
- Sediments from soil erosion
- Construction materials and waste (e.g., paint, solvents, concrete, drywall)
- Landscaping runoff containing fertilizers and pesticides
- Spilled oil, fuel, and other fluids from construction vehicles and heavy equipment
Building and Safety Bureau
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411 West Ocean Blvd., 3rd Floor
Long Beach, CA 90802
562.570.LBDS (5237)